If you're seeking a salad that's refreshing, flavorful, and incredibly good for you, then look no further than this watercress salad. This salad is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, thanks to the peppery watercress, crisp red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. The vinaigrette dressing is made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and a touch of honey, adding a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to the salad. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you'll have a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a side dish at your next gathering.
**Additional Recipes Included in the Article:**
* **Basic Vinaigrette Dressing:** A versatile and easy-to-make dressing that can be used on a variety of salads.
* **Chopped Hard-Boiled Egg Vinaigrette:** A creamy and tangy dressing that's perfect for salads, sandwiches, and more.
* **Red Onion Dressing:** A simple and flavorful dressing that's perfect for salads, grilled meats, and vegetables.
WATERCRESS SALAD WITH RED ONION AND CHOPPED EGG VINAIGRETTE
It's the dressing on this salad that really makes it. This salad goes really well with salmon. If you can't find good watercress, you can sub arugula or mixed baby greens.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Greens
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Vinaigrette: Mix together the vinegar, capers, mustard, salt and pepper.
- Whisk in the olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion and chopped egg and stir just to mix.
- The vinaigrette can be made up to two hours ahead of serving time and left at room temperature.
- Salad: Heat the oil in a medium, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
- When quite hot, add the bread cubes and cook, stirring, until crisp and golden, 3-4 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- The croutons can be made 2 hours ahead of serving time
- cover loosely with foil and leave at room temperature.
- Place the watercress in a large bowl and toss with enough of the dressing to coat the sprigs lightly.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Arrange 1/4 of the watercress on each of four salad plates.
- Sprinkle each serving with some croutons and drizzle lightly with additional vinaigrette.
- Season each salad with some freshly ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.9, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 53, Sodium 310.4, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.1
WATERCRESS SALAD
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk together juice, sugar and oil. Toss well with nuts and greens. Season and check.
WATERCRESS, AVOCADO AND ORANGE SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Soak 1/4 thinly sliced red onion in cold water, about 10 minutes. Whisk 1/4 cup orange juice, the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Drain the onion; toss with 2 bunches watercress, 2 sliced avocados, 2 segmented oranges and the dressing. Top with chopped toasted hazelnuts.
WATERCRESS AND TANGERINE SALAD WITH RED ONIONS AND BLACK PEPPER VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced onion with ice water to cover and let soak for 30 to 45 minutes. Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette.
- In a glass bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, pepper, salt, and cayenne until thoroughly blended. Drizzle the olive oil over in a thin stream, whisking constantly until all the oil is incorporated.
- Drain the soaking onions, pat them dry with paper towels, and separate into rings. In a large bowl, toss the tangerines and the watercress together gently. Drizzle over enough vinaigrette just to coat and toss again. Mound some salad onto the plate and scatter a few onion rings over the top.
WATERCRESS AND HARD-COOKED EGG SALAD
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim off and discard tough ends of watercress. Rinse and drain well. Shake or pat dry.
- Put mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl. Blend with a wire whisk. Add oil, beating with the whisk.
- Add watercress, egg and onion. Sprinkle with parsley and toss.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 227, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 251 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
WATERCRESS AND RED ONION SALAD
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut off and discard the tough stems of the watercress. Rinse and spin dry.
- Place the vinegar in a salad bowl and add salt and pepper. Beat with a wire whisk while adding the oil. Add the watercress, onion rings and parsley and toss well to blend. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 134, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 208 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
WATERCRESS, CELERY, AND RED ONION SALAD
Categories Salad Leafy Green Onion No-Cook Quick & Easy Fall Gourmet
Yield Serves 2 as a first course
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl soak celery and onion in ice and cold water 15 minutes and drain. Pat celery and onion dry and in a salad bowl toss with watercress.
- In a small bowl whisk together vinegar and mustard and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Stir in olives and capers and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour vinaigrette over salad and toss well.
SIMPLE WATERCRESS SALAD
White-wine vinaigrette brings out the delicate flavor of watercress without overwhelming it in this quick side salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a salad bowl. Slowly whisk in oil. Add watercress and toss with vinaigrette to evenly coat. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For the freshest and most flavorful salad, use young, tender watercress. Look for bunches with deep green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
- To remove any dirt or grit from the watercress, rinse it thoroughly in a colander under cold water. Be sure to shake off any excess water before adding it to the salad.
- If you don't have red onion on hand, you can use a yellow or white onion instead. Just be sure to slice it thinly so that it doesn't overpower the other ingredients in the salad.
- For a creamier vinaigrette, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt. You can also add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for a little extra tang.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the vinaigrette and chop the vegetables. Store them separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, toss the watercress, vegetables, and vinaigrette together.
Conclusion:
This watercress salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try.
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